Here is my healthy version of a Humming bird cake that’s bursting with real fruit goodness ! It’s loaded with fresh chunks of sunny pineapple and banana and scented with orange, honey and vanilla bean, capturing the magical essence of a tropical paradise by the ocean. It’s vitally important you use ripe banana and sweet, fresh pineapples when making this cake to achieve the best results and produce a glorious cake. Take your time and make the cake the night... Read More

Sometimes you just want a little chocolate therapy without all the nasties. I’ve designed that special indulgent treat that will surely satisfy when the afternoon munchies hit. This chocolate granola ROCKS ! Scented with vanilla and all things yummy this grain free, gluten free granola is packed with almonds, cashews, coconut and cacao. I love making my own granola at home and I’ve used 100% pure gluten & dairy free ingredients that contain healthy brain... Read More

A bone broth is simply a stock. We’ve been making stocks for centuries to use them in soups as well as the most magical-tasting sauces. As a chef, I like to slowly simmer my stock to extract all the wonderful flavours and goodness from the vegetables and bones I use. Stocks are super nutritious when they are homemade with quality ingredients such as grass-fed meat, organic chicken or wild-caught fish and have amazing healing effects on the body. Benefits include reducing inflammation,... Read More

This is the ultimate winter warmer that’s high in super food antioxidants to support health, energy + vitality. The weather is cold outside and there is nothing better than sipping this very yummy chocolatey latte. I’ve used a mix of water and coconut milk to make this recipe, but you can use whatever milk you love such as almond or full cream dairy. The secret is to gently heat the milk in a small pot – be generous with your milk and adjust according to your... Read More

Here is my immune boosting smoothie and potent remedy for when I’m feeling a little run down and I need to revitalise my body. Just one glass of this smoothie will leave you feeling energised and instantly restored as you drink in the pure goodness. It’s loaded with whole food vitamin C and vitamin D as well as the best natural anti-inflammatory ingredients you can get. My rescue remedy will hydrate the body and restore optimum health.
What’s great about it:
Orange is... Read More

Check out this month’s issue of CLEAN EATING MAGAZINE with me on the cover !
I share my healthy cooking philosophy, my secret tips and advice on how to cook quick easy meals at home. I also share my most favourite recipes designed for people who are passionate about food and eating clean. I don’t follow extreme diets or people who push strict dietary ideologies. I find that most people stress over finicky nutrition details rather than focusing on the broader picture... Read More

This is the perfect time of year to bake home-made apple pie. The secret to my recipe is to firstly use sweet delicious apples – my favourites are golden delicious apples which are naturally sweet and just seduce you into cooking with them. I don’t peel the apples so that the filling looks rustic and wholesome, plus it adds another dimension of texture and flavour. The spelt shortcrust is one of my favourites and I love the richness of the pastry that gives a decadent... Read More

Bursting with antioxidants, mineral rich cacao, carob, maca, cinnamon and pure vanilla bean, my Healthy Hot Chocolate provides sustained energy, supports the endocrine and immune systems and contributes to hormonal balance. Inspired by my love of quality chocolate (and the movie Chocolat), I set out to create my own drinking chocolate after becoming disheartened by the excessive amounts of sugar, artificial sweeteners and chemicals used in products on the market. I’ve... Read More

These yummy cookies are full of all things wholesome and nourishing. What I love about this recipe is that it’s very therapeutic to make and I adore slowly mixing the oat filled dough with my hands. Baking cookies and cakes is fun and it’s a great way to de-stress and relax, put on some French music and have fun.
The secret to making these chocolate chip cookies lies in the mixing. Making sure the ingredients are well combined and gently massaged and squished together... Read More

My breakfast of the moment is called the Superfood Energy Bowl. It takes just 1 minute to prepare and is loaded with vitality boosting super foods that nourishes your body from the inside out. What I love about it is that it makes the perfect portable breakfast or snack so you can easily prepare it into a glass mason jar and take it to work to enjoy at your leisure. I use a good thick Greek Style natural yoghurt as my base, and for those who are dairy free you can use coconut... Read More

When I cook, I always use full fat or organic milk in my recipes and I always try to cater for people who have intolerances such as to lactose or dairy. Nut and seed milks are a delightful lactose-free alternative to traditional dairy. They can be incorporated into healthy diets and provide your body with essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium and zinc to nourish its immune system. Fermented dairy such as yoghurt and kefir with live cultures can normally be tolerated by... Read More

This is the ultimate Super Greens Vitality Smoothie that’s bursting with antioxidants and alkalising goodness.
It’s the real deal, the get me super healthy type of smoothie that will have you bouncing off the walls and feeling energised.
Vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are more potent through whole food consumption which is why drinking green smoothies are the perfect way to nourish your body. A good diet has always played a vital role in supporting health, which is why... Read More

This soup is packed with antioxidants and superfood goodness that will nourish your body from the inside out. It comes from my new book Perfect Digestive Health and you can feel the healing benefits as soon as you eat it. The quick cooking time allows for maximum nutrition and flavour so enjoy and be nourished.
What’s good about it.
Carrots are the richest source of beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A is essential for tissue growth and repair,... Read More

Here’s a velvety smooth chocolate mousse from my 80/20 cook book that’s perfect for Mother’s Day! A chocolate mousse that’s guilt free and loaded with super foods and antioxidants. My purely delicious chocolate mousse is made from ripe avocado that is blended with my Naked Chocolat that is scented with pure Madagascan vanilla and a pinch of artisan sea salt. The addition of a little splash of coconut milk will make the texture a little lighter – which... Read More

It’s been freezing cold here in Sydney over the past week and it’s inspired me to create my simple garden vegetable soup that you can easily whip up in 30 minutes. The recipe consists of classic garden vegetables that are gently simmered with a hint of thyme. There are no stocks or fancy ingredients, – it’s just pure simple honest food that tastes really good. This soup is just loaded with vegetables and it’s one of those meals that you could enjoy... Read More

I was inspired to make these tasty and healthy Protein Balls after attending the Australian Nut Industry Conference held in Sydney yesterday. I was delighted to be the key note speaker at the event and met so many passionate growers and producers of the finest quality Australian Nuts. Macadamias, almonds, walnuts, chestnuts, pecans, peanuts, pistachios and hazelnuts are all grown here in Australia and are packed full of delicious goodness including protein, minerals, vitamins... Read More

Labna is a fresh creamy cheese made from strained yoghurt and possibly one of the easiest most delicious cheeses you can make at home. I love to make this cheese regularly and use it instead of traditional cream style cheeses. Perfect to spread over rye or gluten free bread or served along side Mezze boards and vegetable based dishes such as my roasted carrot. It’s also a lovely whole food and nutritious cheese that can be made into the most glorious cheesecakes or... Read More

I’m in Melbourne for the Health + Fitness Expo this weekend and the crisp cold weather has inspired me to make one of my favourite breakfasts. Steel Cut Oats Porridge, slowly simmered with vanilla and cinnamon and topped with sweet ripe banana and steaming hot milk. I love the creamy and chewy texture of steel cut oats and warmth and goodness that you get from every mouthful. When serving this porridge, it’s important that you accompany with extra steaming hot... Read More

This Naked Chocolat Pudding ROCKS !
If you’re craving something sweet, healthy and chocolatey, then this protein packed pudding is just what you need !
Packed full of antioxidants, mineral rich cacao, carob, maca, cinnamon and pure vanilla bean, this potent blend provides sustained energy, supports the endocrine and immune systems and contributes to hormonal balance and optimal well being, and not only that; it tastes amazing too!
What’s Great about it:
Naked Chocolat... Read More

Healthy Chef Launches in USA
I’m so excited to announce that I have now launched my Healthy Chef range of purely delicious functional whole foods in the USA.
Completely natural and with no additives or fillers, The Healthy Chef Functional Food Range has attracted a loyal following in Australia + New Zealand, and due to popular demand is now available in the USA via The Healthy Chef eStore.
Our warehouse is based in California so orders will be directly distributed and delivered... Read More

This is my Purely Delicious slow cooked broth with clean nourishing flavours that helps to revitalise the body and restore good health. In cookery terms bone broth is basically just good home made stock. We’ve been making stocks for centuries to be used for soups as well as the most magical sauces. As a chef, I like to slowly simmer my stock to extract all the wonderful flavour and goodness from the bones and vegetables I use. I love serving them in large bowls as main... Read More

This is my signature muesli recipe that I love to enjoy as a healthy breakfast. Scented with orange and vanilla with a hint of pomegranate, you’ll be in heaven with every mouthful. I often double the recipe and divide into glass jars so I have enough muesli to take to work for a few days. Enjoy.
What’s great about it:
Oats are a great source of soluble fibre that fills you up, so you feel fuller for longer. According to studies, the beta-glucan fiber found in oats can... Read More

I always try and enjoy one big salad every day. I use whatever fresh greens are in season at the time and I like to vary the leaf variety to get a combination of flavours that just sing in your mouth when you eat it. For this salad, I’ve used a delicate micro-green salad mix, which are a combination of baby lettuce and herbs that are harvested when they are very young. They add an amazing flavour and marry perfectly with baby spinach, ripe autumn figs and delicate jewels... Read More

The tropical freshness of real mango, blended with sun ripened chia seeds and pure coconut – with no added sugar. My mango chia pudding makes a complete healthy energy boosting breakfast or snack any time of day. With only just 3 ingredients my mango chia pudding is power packed with omega-3, fibre and protein as well as antioxidants which makes this the perfect start to your busy day.
The chia gel is easy to make and it takes around 20 minutes to obtain a lovely gel... Read More

One of my favourite meals is a nourishing vegetable lasagne. I often make a large tray of it over the weekend then cut into portions and freeze so I can easily have a meal on the table anytime I want – especially when pressed for time during the week. It’s also great for impromptu dinner parties and a delicious portable meal that can be enjoyed by everyone.
This lasagne is easy to make and meat free, with alternating layers of complementary, contrasting flavours:... Read More

This is probably one of the easiest recipes you’ll every make ! Once you’ve tried it, you’ll never used a store bought tomato sauce ever again. It’s my classic recipe for tomato sauce that takes 15 minutes to make and get’s used pretty much every week in my kitchen for dishes such as roasted vegetables, ricotta gnocchi, meatballs, tuna puttanesca, classic baked eggs and more….
The secret is to keep the flavours simple and to use plump ripe... Read More

The secret to a purely delicious chocolate cake is the ganache that covers it. It’s basically made from 2 simple ingredients chocolate and cream that are combined gently and lovingly until the final result is a smooth silky chocolate ganache.
Ganache has many different uses in patisserie and it can be used to cover chocolate cakes, poured into tart bases, used as a filling for truffles or biscuits or stirred through hot milk for a lush hot chocolate. When chocolate and cream... Read More

Summer berries, cultured yoghurt and Healthy Chef Granola. A delicious breakfast that will nourish and energize your body. Rich in whole food antioxidants, protein + probiotics to support optimum health + vitality. This meal ROCKS ! It’s perfect for people on the go and takes just minutes to make. It looks great too and I often make these when I’m having friends over for a healthy weekend brunch after a bike ride.
Berries are rich in wholefood antioxidants including... Read More

Here’s my delicious alkalinising Green Juice from my new book “Perfect Digestive Health“. It’s my daily tonic to kickstart the morning or as an afternoon vitality drink when I need some uplifting energy. I often make a double batch of this wonderful juice and cold press it so it lasts a few days in the fridge. Give my juice a go for a whole week and see how energised and revitalised your body will feel.
There are many contributing factors that effect... Read More

I am pleased to announce a partnership with InterContinental Hotels Group, and have created a collection of sixty healthy recipes exclusively for the fourth largest full-service hotel brand in the world Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts across Asia, Middle East and Africa.
I am really excited to be able to bring a selection of my purely delicious healthy recipes to the table. Working with 68 Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts is a great opportunity to be able to support guests... Read More

Here’s my delicious recipe for gingerbread cookies that I love to bake this time of year and often bundle them up into pretty gifts that I give to family and friends. They are very easy to make and what I love about them is that these cookies are not too sweet, just the perfect amount of spice that just fills the house with joy when you’re baking them. Enjoy !
What’s great about them:
Oats are a great source of soluble fiber that will fill you up, so you feel... Read More

Want A Sugar-Free Chocolate Milk ? Then this is the time to refuel and cool down with Australia’s premium drinking chocolate!
What’s Great About It:
Bursting with antioxidants, mineral rich cocoa, carob, maca, cinnamon and pure vanilla bean, this potent blend provides sustained energy, supports the endocrine and immune systems and contributes to hormonal balance. Not only does Naked Chocolate promote optimal wellbeing – it tastes amazing too!
Chocolate milk an... Read More

I’m staying here in Kamalaya Health Spa in Koh Samui and will be posting up some delicious recipes from this amazing resort over the next few weeks.
Today I want to feature one of the most popular items on their menu – The Avocado ! It’s one of my favourite foods to eat every day and I always add them into my salads or smoothies, or spoon out and enjoy the flesh directly from the skin with a light sprinkle of sea salt.
Avocados are rich in mono-unsaturated fats that... Read More

CONGRATULATIONS to Sarah Whitting from South Australia !
You have won the prize of a lifetime and going to Kamalaya ! You will also be getting our Healthy Chef Wellness Pack valued at $198 – so look out for it in the post !
The runner up for the competition was Kate O’Neil from Torquay – A Healthy Chef Wellness Pack will be coming your way !
Thanks to everyone who entered this fabulous competition and stay tuned for more exciting competitions at the healthy... Read More

Some of the best things in life are simple pleasures that come from fresh ingredients, cooked lovingly to nourish the ones you care about. Ratatouille is such a meal that I make often. A staple in my home that is pure goodness and its versatility is endless. Traditionally you make it from summer vegetables of the moment, zucchini, capsicum, tomato and eggplant are the key ingredients. I vary the ingredients ever so slightly based on what’s in season and what tastes... Read More

This is the ultimate whole-food natural meal replacement and antioxidant formula ! A delicious blend of cold pressed and blended organic fruit and vegetables to support optimum health and nourish your body from the inside out !
What’s good about it:
This smoothie is high in protein, antioxidants, folate, minerals and fibre to support a healthy metabolism. Studies show the berries contain antioxidants called polyphenols which are anti-inflammatory to the body and can... Read More

He’s one of my favourite banana smoothie recipes that I love to make for a healthy breakfast. It contains a nut or a seed milk such as sunflower seed milk or almond milk which I make myself in my vitamix. If you’re a little time poor, a spoonful of almond butter blended with water is a good replacement. I add a frozen chopped banana which makes my smoothie yummy and creamy. Blended frozen bananas are a creamy, almost-decadent treat that are the perfect potassium boosting... Read More

My main aim at The Healthy Chef is to get people cooking, eating healthier and looking after their body, so we can all live better lives that are filled with health and happiness. Life can be pretty tough these days and a lot of times it’s difficult trying to have a work life balance. I know for me personally, my Polish nature makes me focus on work, work and more work, leaving very little “me” time. I need to remind myself to take some time every day to either... Read More

This purely delicious power smoothie comes from Bella Clinton – the grand prize winner of our Healthy Chef Spring into Health Competition.
In Bella’s words:
” I have converted even the blokiest of blokes to enjoy this smoothie… after hours of surfing in the heat, my boyfriend, his mates and I are always thirsty, hungry and exhausted. So, bring on the CACAO KAPOW!! Throw all ingredients into a blender, reenergise and revitalise with this delicious and nutritious... Read More

Last week I promised everyone from my cooking masterclass at the fitness expo that I’d post this purely delicious recipe for my Naked Chocolat Chip Cookies. Well here it is….pure unadulterated goodness with every mouthful. It’s a great way of using up your left over almond mylk pulp if you regularly make your own almond milk. Don’t despair if you don’t have any left over pulp ! I’ve also give you this amazing recipe using pure almond flour,... Read More

This cauliflower fried rice was the star of the show at last weeks Sydney Fitness + Health Show. It”s one of my favourite meals to make at home and it takes around 5 minutes to create. My secret is to use a generous amount of anti-inflammatory aromatics. Ginger and turmeric are king and take centre stage in the beginning of creating this wonderful meal. You’ll also notice I haven’t used any garlic – I find it overpowers the punchy clean flavours of this... Read More

I love to get into the pumpkin pie spirit this time of year so I’ve been going pumpkin crazy here at Healthy Chef Headquarters – baking, mixing and testing my ultimate recipe for pumpkin pie. The balance needs to be just right when creating the perfect pumpkin pie. The crust just the right balance of flaky and melt in the mouth. The filling – not too sweet, just velvety and smooth with aromatics of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg tantalising every bite. I remember... Read More

This picture was taken yesterday after my Healthy Cooking Masterclass at the Sydney Fitness Expo. Please excuse the blurriness due to all the excitement of the event ! It was lovely to see you all there and I had so much fun cooking up a storm and sharing some of my delicious cooking tips and secrets. Your energy was electric ! I made my Naked Chocolat Almond Mylk, Naked Chocolat Chip Cookies (made from the almond pulp), the most amazing Cauliflower Rice infused with turmeric... Read More

I’m so excited to be presenting my Purely Delicious Cooking Masterclass series at this years Sydney + Health Expo.
I’ll be presenting 2 sessions a day and you’ll also be able to sample some of my delicious creations and products at The Healthy Chef Stand A14. it’s going to be a massive weekend of health, fitness and fun!
Our Healthy Chef Stand will be located Just behind the Healthy Living Stage – This is where I’ll be cooking my Masterclass... Read More